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Malay Mail
04-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Selangor factory processing scrap metal and e-waste faces RM256,000 fine for multiple environmental offences
SHAH ALAM, July 4 — A factory involved in processing scrap metal and e-waste was fined RM256,000 by the Kuala Selangor Sessions Court yesterday for multiple offences under the Environmental Quality Act 1974. Selangor Department of Environment (DOE) director Wandi Yadzid Yaakob, in a statement, said the court also ordered that the company face 39 months' imprisonment if it fails to pay the fine. The company's director, who represented the firm as the accused, pleaded guilty to five charges under the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and one charge under the Environmental Quality (Clean Air) Regulations 2014. The charges were read before Judge Nurul Mardhiah Mohamed Redza. 'The sentence took into account the public interest, following submissions from both the prosecution and the company's mitigation plea. 'The DOE urged the court to impose a firm sentence to serve as a deterrent and ensure companies uphold environmental laws and safeguard ecological integrity,' said Wandi Yadzid. Wandi Yadzid said investigations revealed the premises was involved in metal recovery activities. Authorities discovered approximately 126 pallets of materials containing printed circuit boards (PCBs), one operational furnace, and four more furnaces still under construction. He added that a chimney structure was also found at the site, but it was not equipped with any air pollution control systems. Wandi urged the company to act responsibly and not compromise environmental sustainability in the pursuit of profit. 'Industrial operators are reminded to strictly comply with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and its regulations. Non-compliance may lead to prosecution and conviction,' he warned. — Bernama
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
NM Environment Department proposes rule aimed at preventing heat illness for workers
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With triple-digit heat coming to New Mexico soon, a proposed rule from the state's Environmental Department would require employers to establish a heat risk and illness plan for workers, and it's drawing mixed reactions. Officials look to stop spread of screwworm fly Employers would be required to conduct a heat exposure assessment and implement control measures like access to water, paid rest breaks, cooling areas, and personnel monitoring. At Wednesday night's town hall meeting, some were questioning why we need state regulation when there are already OSHA standards in place to keep employees who work in the heat safe. They also mentioned how much it will cost taxpayers. 'Not that we don't care as employers for our people, because we're already taking those provisions to do those control measures that are necessary. I don't feel like we've fully taken all of those things into consideration. Especially how taxpayers will be impacted,' said a speaker. If adopted, the rule would take effect July 1. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
